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Otter Tail Power Company Schedule HOPERATING AND MAINTENANCE EXPENSES of 2For the Test Year Ended December 31, 2009

(A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (F) (G)

(1) (1)Actual Year Actual Test Year

Line FERC JCOSS Year Test Year AdjustedNo. Account Description Per Books Adjustments Per JCOSS Adjustments Total1 Steam Production Operation:2 500 Supervision & Engineering $1,563,188 $1,563,188 $1,563,1883 501 Fuel (Handling and Ash Removal) 384,515 384,515 384,5154 501.1 Steam Power Fuel - Gas 57,417,550 57,417,550 57,417,5505 501.2 Steam Power Fuel - Oil 0 0 06 501.3 Steam Power Fuel - Coal 0 0 07 501.4 Steam Power Fuel - Transportation 0 0 08 502 Steam Expense 2,742,854 2,742,854 2,742,8549 505 Electric Expense 2,450,072 2,450,072 2,450,07210 506 Miscellaneous 5,010,782 5,010,782 5,010,78211 507 Rent 1,273 1,273 1,27312 Total Steam Production Operation $69,570,234 $0 $69,570,234 $0 $69,570,2341314 Steam Production Maintenance15 510 Supervision & Engineering $728,814 $728,814 $728,81416 511 Structures 563,648 563,648 563,64817 512 Boilers 6,254,624 6,254,624 6,254,62418 513 Electric Plant 3,066,190 3,066,190 3,066,19019 514 Miscellaneous Plant 1,187,668 1,187,668 1,187,66820 Total Steam Production Maintenance $11,800,943 $0 $11,800,943 $0 $11,800,9432122 Total Steam Production Expense $81,371,177 $81,371,177 $0 $81,371,1772324 Hydro Production Operation25 535 Supervision and Engineering $30,609 $30,609 $30,60926 538 Electric Expense 94,986 94,986 94,98627 539 Miscellaneous Expense 972 972 97228 540 Rents 1,188 1,188 1,18829 Total Steam Production Operation $127,756 $0 $127,756 $0 $127,7563031 Hydro Production Mainentance32 541 Supervision and Engineering $4,861 $4,861 $4,86133 542 Structures 7,836 7,836 7,83634 543 Reservoirs - Dams 382,892 382,892 382,89235 544 Electric 94,427 94,427 94,42736 545 Miscellaneous Expense 6,407 6,407 6,40737 Total Hydro Production Maintenance $496,423 $496,423 $0 $496,4233839 Total Hydro Production $624,179 $624,179 $0 $624,1794041 Other Production Operation:42 546 Supervision & Engineering $69,865 $69,865 $69,86543 547 Fuel 1,969,522 1,969,522 1,969,52244 548 Generation Expense 1,316,537 1,316,537 1,316,53745 549 Miscellaneous 126,949 126,949 126,94946 550 Rents 316,004 316,004 316,00447 Total Other Production Operation $3,798,877 $3,798,877 $0 $3,798,8774849 Other Production Maintenance50 551 Supervision & Engineering $22,841 $22,841 $22,84151 552 Structures 18,170 18,170 18,17052 553 Electric Plant 564,174 564,174 564,17453 554 Miscellaneous Plant 9,366 9,366 9,36654 556 System Control and Dispatch 375,883 375,883 375,88355 557 Other Expenses 683,621 683,621 683,62156 Total Other Production Maintenance $1,674,056 $0 $1,674,056 $0 $1,674,0565758 Total Other Production Expense $5,472,933 $0 $5,472,933 $0 $5,472,9335960 Other Power Supply61 555.1 Purchased Power - Capacity $0 $0 $062 555.2 Purchased Power - Energy 52,943,739 52,943,739 52,943,73963 Total Other Power Supply $52,943,739 $0 $52,943,739 $0 $52,943,7396465 Total Production Expense $140,412,027 ($1,465,209) $138,946,818 $2,245,242 $141,192,0606667 Transmission Operations:68 560 Supervision & Engineering $460,657 $460,657 $460,65769 561 Load Dispatch 3,112,775 3,112,775 3,112,77570 562 Station Equipment 205,452 205,452 205,45271 563 Overhead Lines 339,387 339,387 339,38772 565 Transmission of Electricity by Others 138,817 138,817 138,81773 566 Miscellaneous 1,071,888 1,071,888 1,071,88874 567 Rents 14,082 14,082 14,08275 Total Transmission Operations $5,343,058 $0 $5,343,058 $0 $5,343,0587677 Transmission Maintenance78 568 Supervision & Engineering $448,117 $448,117 $448,11779 569 Structures 826,293 826,293 826,29380 570 Station Equipment 1,170,884 1,170,884 1,170,88481 571 Overhead Lines 1,183,741 1,183,741 1,183,74182 572 Underground Lines 220 220 22083 573 Miscellaneous 0 0 084 575 Day-Ahead & Real-Time and Transmission Market Expense 1,429,347 1,429,347 1,429,34785 576 Computer Software 285,036 285,036 285,03686 Total Transmission Maintenance $5,343,638 $0 $5,343,638 $0 $5,343,6388788 Total Transmission Expense $10,686,696 $0 $10,686,696 $1,001,548 $11,688,244

Sources:Col (C ); Per Functionalization Run, Pages 2 & 3 of 6; Located in Volume 4A, Tab - 2009 Actual YearCol (E) and (F), Line 65; Per Input Summary, Section "B-Summary", Page 2 of 7; Located in Volume 4A, Tab - 2009 Test Year Work PapersCol (G), Lines 65 & 88; Per Input Summary, Section "B-Summary", Page 2 of 7; Located in Volume 4A, Tab - 2009 Test Year Work Papers

(1) Adjustments are made at the Functional level and not at the FERC Account level therefore adjustment amounts are shown in total by function.

Otter Tail Power Company Schedule HOPERATING AND MAINTENANCE EXPENSES of 2For the Test Year Ended December 31, 2009

(A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (F) (G)

(1) (1)Actual Year Actual Test Year

Line FERC JCOSS Year Test Year AdjustedNo. Account Description Per Books Adjustments Per JCOSS Adjustments Total8990 Distribution Operations:91 580 Supervision $424,186 $424,186 $424,18692 581 Load Dispatch 297,804 297,804 297,80493 582 Station Equipment 184,208 184,208 184,20894 583 Overhead Lines 479,539 479,539 479,53995 584 Underground Lines 1,194,797 1,194,797 1,194,79796 585 Street Lighting 0 0 097 586 Metering 939,070 939,070 939,07098 587 Customer Installations 424,428 424,428 424,42899 588 Miscellaneous 2,295,846 2,295,846 2,295,846100 589 Rents 257,463 257,463 257,463101 Total Distribution Operations $6,497,341 $0 $6,497,341 $0 $6,497,341102103 Distribution Maintenances:104 590 Supervision $884,229 $884,229 $884,229105 591 Structures 0 0 0106 592 Station Equipment 760,920 760,920 760,920107 593 Overhead Lines 3,703,900 3,703,900 3,703,900108 594 Underground Lines 864,050 864,050 864,050109 595 Transformers 8,816 8,816 8,816110 596 Street Lighting 997,606 997,606 997,606111 597 Metering 481,294 481,294 481,294112 598 Miscellaneous 135,862 135,862 135,862113 Total Distribution Maintenance $7,836,678 $0 $7,836,678 $0 $15,673,355114115 Total Distribution Expenses $14,334,019 $0 $14,334,019 $1,355,613 $15,689,632116117 Customer Accounting Expense:118 901 Supervision $102,637 $102,637 $102,637119 902 Meter Reading 4,835,907 4,835,907 4,835,907120 903 Customer Records and Collection Expense 5,020,253 5,020,253 5,020,253121 904 Uncollectible Accounts 865,500 865,500 865,500122 905 Miscellaneous 325,296 325,296 325,296123 Total Customer Accounting Expense $11,149,593 $0 $11,149,593 $908,979 $12,058,572124125 Customer Service Expense:126 907 Supervision $574,681 $574,681 $574,681127 908 Customer Assistance 4,265,848 4,265,848 4,265,848128 909 Advertisement 313,265 313,265 313,265129 910 Miscellaneous 45,021 45,021 45,021130 Total Customer Service Expense $5,198,814 ($258,864) $4,939,950 $286,001 $5,225,951131132 Total Customer Expenses $16,348,406 ($258,864) $16,089,542 $1,194,980 $17,284,522133134 Sales Expenses135 911 Supervisory Labor & Expenses $0 $0 $0136 912 North Dakota Economic Development 523,683 523,683 523,683137 912 Expenses - Sales & Demonstrations 47,304 47,304 47,304138 913 Advertising 46,811 46,811 46,811139 916 Miscellaneous Sales Expense 307,239 307,239 307,239140141 Total Sales Expense $925,038 ($46,811) $878,227 $0 $878,227142143 Administrative & General Expense:144 920 Administrative Salaries $16,708,167 $16,708,167 $16,708,167145 921 Office Supplies & Expense 4,331,435 4,331,435 4,331,435146 922 A&G Expense Transferred 0 0 0147 923 Outside Services 1,350,187 1,350,187 1,350,187148 924 Property Insurance 1,508,889 1,508,889 1,508,889149 925 Injuries and Damages 1,416,527 1,416,527 1,416,527150 926 Pensions & Benefits 3,070,046 3,070,046 3,070,046151 928 Regulatory Commission 2,009,549 2,009,549 2,009,549152 930.1 General Advertising 732,698 732,698 732,698153 930.2 Miscellaneous General 738,532 738,532 738,532154 931 Rents 191,688 191,688 191,688155 935 Maintenance of General Plant 1,282,403 1,282,403 1,282,403156157 Total Administrative & General Expense $33,340,120 ($871,390) $32,468,730 $2,997,949 $35,466,679158159 Charitable Contributions $93,665 $0 $93,665 $0 $93,665160161 Total Operating & Maintenance Expense $216,139,971 ($2,642,274) $213,497,697 $8,795,332 $222,293,029

Sources:Col (C ); Per Functionalization Run, Pages 2 & 3 of 6; Located in Volume 4A, Tab - 2009 Actual YearCol's (D), (E), and (F); Lines 115, 123, 130, 141, 157, 159 & 16; Per Input Summary, Section "B-Summary", Pages 2-3 of 7; Located in Volume 4A, Tab - 2009 Test Year Work PapersCol (G), Lines 115, 123, 130, 141, 157, 159 & 161; Per Input Summary, Section "B-Summary", Pages 2-3 of 7; Located in Volume 4A,

Tab - 2009 Test Year Work Papers

(1) Adjustments are made at the Functional level and not at the FERC Account level therefore adjustment amounts are shown in total by function.

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Schedule H-2Page 1 of 2

Otter Tail Power CompanyPurchased PowerFor the Test Year Ended December 31, 2009

(A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (F)Line Demand Energy Other TotalNo. Purchased From Mwh Charges Charges Charges Costs

1 AmerenUE 10,400 ($1,882) ($1,882)2 American Electric Power Service 5,728 $176,170 $176,1703 BP Corporation North America Inc 800 $2,046 $2,0464 Black Hills Power and Light 400 $18,000 $18,0005 Cargill Power Markets, LLC 11,216 $380,024 $380,0246 Constellation Energy Commodities Group, Inc. 800 $95 $957 DTE Energy Trading, Inc. 57,200 * $30,000 $4,411 $34,4118 Fortis Energy Marketing and Trading 28,000 ($445) ($445)9 Great River Energy 88,200 * $276,000 $233,638 $509,638

10 Integrys Energy Services, Inc. 43,200 $770,903 $770,90311 Manitoba Hydro Electric Board 225,512 * $1,635,000 $15,266,132 ** ($846,252) $16,054,88012 Mid-American Energy Company 73,917 $2,320,816 $2,320,81613 Minnesota Municipal Power Agency 1,600 $52,220 $52,22014 Minnesota Power 259,650 $10,629,664 $10,629,66415 Minnkota Power Cooperative 240 $4,692 $4,69216 Missouri River Energy Services 2,586 $41,973 $41,97317 Northern States Power Company 133,615 * $323,250 $1,953,218 $2,276,46818 NorthPoint Energy Solutions Inc. 220 $5,640 $5,64019 Omaha Public Power District 71,581 $1,865,716 ** $308 $1,866,02420 Powerex 49,600 $1,464,000 $1,464,00021 Rainbow Energy Marketing Corp. 39,179 $856,220 $856,22022 Sempra Energy Trading Corporation 5,600 $208,000 $208,00023 Tenaska Power 800 ($2,043) ($2,043)24 The Energy Authority 8,623 $184,610 $184,61025 Transalta Energy Marketing 1,600 $2,755 $2,75526 WE Energies 0 * $369,200 $369,20027 Western Area Power Administration 10,489 $241,416 *** $48,149 $289,56528 Western Area Power Administration - WEC 29,870 $862,080 $862,08029 Western Resources 3,600 $23,506 $23,50630 Wisconsin Public Power Inc. 0 * $488,250 $488,25031 Beltrami Electric Cooperative 70,723 $429,923 $2,931,891 **** $75,393 $3,437,20732 Nodak Rural Electric Cooperative 1,343 $29,153 $49,822 ***** $50 $79,02533 P K M Electric Cooperative 3,490 $29,628 $148,267 $177,89534 NorthWestern Energy - NLE 19,797 $150,770 $935,152 $1,085,92235 Red Lake Rural Electric Cooperative 2,977 $32,926 $125,086 $158,01236 Lake Region Rural Electric Cooperative 11 $1,488 $1,48837 Cass County Electric Cooperative 0 $262 $26238 Sioux Valley Energy 52 $2,815 $2,81539 City of Perham 0 $24,388 $24,38840 Montana Dakota Utility - Mountrail 8 $217 $21741 Dakota Magic Casino 0 $39,195 $39,19542 State Auto Insurance 0 $36,000 $36,00043 Kindred School 0 $35,460 $35,46044 Fleet Farm 0 $17,460 $17,46045 Valley Queen Cheese 0 $111,460 $111,46046 Stevens Community Medical 0 $22,800 $22,800

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Otter Tail Power CompanyPurchased PowerFor the Test Year Ended December 31, 2009

(A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (F)Line Demand Energy Other TotalNo. Purchased From Mwh Charges Charges Charges Costs47 City of Detroit Lakes 989 $1,200 $1,484 $2,68448 American Crystal Sugar 154 $1,536 $1,53649 Energy Maintenance Service 145 $4,633 $4,63350 Hendricks Wind I 2,186 $98,366 $98,36651 Borderline Wind 2,099 $62,977 $62,97752 Univ. of MN - Morris 766 $32,168 $32,16853 FPL Energy ND II, LLC 63,544 $1,899,979 $1,899,97954 Langdon Wind, LLC 75,338 $2,954,767 $2,954,76755 MN Co Generation 114 $6,984 $6,98456 ND Co Generation 515 $0 $057 SD Co Generation 2 $25 $2558 Xcel Energy Meter Error (3,525) ($39,028) ($39,028)59 RBC Capital Markets Corporation 727,500 $4,052,908 $4,052,90860 MISO Transmission Service Charge $54,302 $54,30261 MAPP Transmission Service Charge $65,870 $65,87062 WAPA Schedule and Dispatch $19,747 $19,74763 Midwest ISO Energy Market 988,525 $30,694,088 $30,694,08864 Control Area Exchange - Net ($362,659) ($362,659)

65 Non-Asset Based Cost of Sales (357,132) ($31,722,694) ($31,722,694)

66 Total 2,763,847 $4,082,325 $49,443,847 ($582,433) $52,943,739

* DTE Energy Trading, Inc. - Demand Charges are short-term service for winter season through April 30, 2009*

* Manitoba Hydro Electric Board - Demand Charges are short-term service for winter and summer season of 2009* Northern States Power Company - Demand Charges are short-term service for winter season through May 2009* WE Energies - Demand Charges are short-term service for summer season June through August 2009* Wisconsin Public Power Inc. - Demand Charges are short-term service for winter and summer season 2009

** MHEB PAC Loss Credit and Omaha Public Power District Transmission*** Load Following charge**** Nomination charge***** Interconnection Charge

Non-Asset Based Cost of Sales represents the forward energy sales

Great River Energy - Demand Charges are short-term service for winter season through February 2009 and summer season of July and August 2009

Otter Tail Power Company Schedule H-3Listed Expense AccountsFor the Year Ended December 31, 2009

(A) (B)Line Total SystemNo. Description of Accounts for Listed Expenses Amount Allocation to South Dakota

1 Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Account No. 90923 Description Allocators Allocator % SD4 Conservation $216,014 C1 8.454538% $18,2635 Financial Services 573 C1 8.454538% 486 Information & Instructional 36,405 C1 8.454538% 3,0787 Safety 60,274 C1 8.454538% 5,0968 Total Account No. 909 $313,265 $26,485910 Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Account No. 913111213 Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Account No. 930.1 - Advertising Expenses1415 Description Allocators Allocator % SD16 Financial and Informational $131,526 C1 8.454538% $11,12017 Total Account No. 930 Advertising Expenses $131,526 $11,1201819 Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Account No. 909, 913, & 930 Advertising Expenses (1) $444,791 $37,605202122 Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Account No. 922232425 Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Account No. 926 (2)2627 Description Allocators Allocator % SD28 Community & Public Relations $21729 Design & Administer Hiring Policies & Procedures 72,72730 Develop & Administer Employee Benefits 2,599,04131 Employee Recognition Programs 158,88632 Employee Relations 224,98933 Human Resources Development 14,18734 Total Account No. 926 $3,070,0463536 Admin & General - Production; 35.85% Allocation $1,100,612 OXPD 9.957460% $109,59337 Admin & General - Transmission; 14.84% Allocation 455,595 D2 9.815717% 44,72038 Admin & General - Distribution; 25.98% Allocation 797,598 OXD 9.751435% 77,77739 Admin & General - Customer Accounting; 17.85% Allocation 548,003 OXC 8.699288% 47,67240 Admin & General Customer Service; 5 48% Allocation 168 239 C1 8 454538% 14 224

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40 Admin & General - Customer Service; 5.48% Allocation 168,239 C1 8.454538% 14,22441 $3,070,046 $293,986424344 Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Account No. 9284546 Description Allocators Allocator % SD47 Minnesota $698,360 0% $048 North Dakota 332,033 Directly 0% 049 South Dakota 249,998 Assigned 100% 249,99850 FERC 744,453 0% 051 Federal Assessment 0 0% 052 Total Account No. 928 $2,024,845 $249,9985354 Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Account No. 929555657 Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Account No. 930 Misc. General Expenses5859 Description Allocators Allocator % SD60 Provide Public Information & Instruction $28,894 P90 9.810446% $2,83561 Provide Public Information & Instruction-Labor 18,134 P90 9.810446% 1,77962 Community & Public Relations 15,906 P90 9.810446% 1,56063 Community & Public Relations - Labor 27,754 P91 9.810446% 2,72364 Research & Development 47,669 P90 9.810446% 4,67765 Research & Development-Labor 10,031 P90 9.810446% 98466 Investor Relations 63,390 P90 9.810446% 6,21967 Investor Relations - Labor 110,495 P91 9.810446% 10,84068 Shareholder Services 44,276 P90 9.810446% 4,34469 Shareholder Services-Labor 32 P90 9.810446% 370 Director Fees & Expenses 198,727 P90 9.810446% 19,49671 Design Marketing Programs for more Efficient Electricity Use (1,291) P90 9.810446% (127)72 Industry Association Dues 173,643 P90 9.810446% 17,03573 Industry Association Dues - Labor 988 P90 9.810446% 9774 Total Account No. 930 $738,649 $72,465

(1) Above-the-line amounts only.

(2) FERC Account No.926 is allocated to Admin & General; Salaries, Supplies, Pensions & Benefits by function based on current year labor ratios. The five functional categories include Production, Transmission, Distribution, Customer Accounts, and Customer Service & Information as shown above. Once the costs have been functionalized they are allocated to South Dakota based on their respective allocators.

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Year-round comfort for your home

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An air-source heat pump draws free heat from outside air into your home in the winter. And it moves heat out of your home in the summer. So, you stay comfortable all year!

The latest air-source heat pump models:

Can deliver 1½ to 3 units of heat for each unit of energy they use.

Provide efficient heating at lower temperatures than older models.

Work well on off-peak rates and with summer cycling.

Will save you at least 30 percent on your heating costs.

Financing is available to qualified customers.

To learn more call our Idea Center at 800-493-3299

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Geothermal heat pumps pull free energy from the earth making it the most efficient, environmentally friendly way to heat and cool your home.

Geothermal heat pumps are more than 300 percent efficient and will save you up to 70 percent on your heating and cooling costs.

Earth friendly. Budget smart.

With one system, you get high efficiency heating and cooling, and the option of water heating. Financing available to qualified customers.

Rebates available to Minnesota customers through the Conservation Improvement Program.

Federal tax credit of up to $2000 available to qualified customers.

State tax incentives available in North Dakota and South Dakota.


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To learn more about geothermal heat pumps call our

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A geothermal heat pump pulls free energy from the earth making it the most efficient, environmentally friendly way to heat and cool your home.

Geothermal heat pumps are more than 300 percent efficient and will save you up to 70 percent on your heating and cooling costs.

Earth friendly. Budget smart.

Major incentives make this the time to install a geothermal heat pump. NEW IN 2009–Federal tax credits are available for 30 percent of your

total project cost.

State tax incentives are available in North Dakota and South Dakota.

Rebates are available to Minnesota customers through our Conservation Improvement Program. Ask about program availability in North Dakota and South Dakota.

DollarSmart financing is available to qualified customers.


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Call our Idea Center at 800-493-3299 or visit us at www.otpco.com to learn more about unprecedented incentives that make installing a geothermal heat pump more affordable than ever.


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Great athletes use their energy the same way they use electricity—wisely.

Visit ConservingElectricity.com for ways to save.

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Chelsey’s checklist for conservationItems to turn off when they’re not being used:

Lights Computer TV

CD player Video games

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Increase your energy effi ciency. Decrease your energy costs.Visit us online at www.ConservingElectricity.com to learn how you can save.

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“We’ ve got our futures to think about.”“We’ ve got our futures to think about.” Conserving electricity Conserving electricity

Conserve electricity to save more than energy Conserving electricity not only saves natural resources but is one of the easiest ways to save money. In our house we shut off the lights, turn down the heat, and wash a full load of clothes every time. These are just a few of the simple things we do every day that really can make a difference.


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Visit www.ConservingElectricity.com for helpful tips on how you can save energy and money!

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A recipe for savingsA pinch of this. A dash of that. Cooking with these tips will add up to energy savings:

• Use the smallest pot or pan needed and cover it to keep heat from escaping.

• Use the appropriately sized element on your range and turn it down once it reaches the boiling point.

• Use your microwave or toaster oven whenever practical.

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Be an energy star When it’s time to buy a new fridge, stove, or even a new computer, look for the ENERGY STAR label. When you invest in ENERGY STAR-qualified appliances you can save energy costs while helping to save natural resources.

Learn more about ENERGY STAR at ConservingElectricity.com or call Otter Tail Power Company’s Idea Center at 800-493-3299.

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Decorate with sparkly lights—use a timer to do it rightChelsey knows that conserving electricity saves more than energy. It’s also one of the easiest ways to save money. Put holiday lights on timers. Install motion-sensor light fi xtures and use compact fl uorescent bulbs all year. With these simple energy-saving ideas, you’ll make your holiday season even brighter.

For other energy-saving ideas visit ConservingElectricity.com or call our Idea Center at 800-493-3299.

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Save some green by planting some green Trees and shrubs not only beautify your property, they also can help reduce your annual energy costs by up to 25 percent. To save some green, follow these tips:

• Create a windbreak by planting dense evergreens to the north, west, and east of your home.

• Plant trees close to your house on the east and west sides to keep out the hot summer sun and let the sun shine in during the winter.

For more energy-saving tips, call our Idea Center at 800-493-3299.

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ON means leading the way for energy conservation. Offering online home energy audits, conservation information, and an energy conservation web site is helping customers save energy—and money! We’ve offered conservation-related programs for decades because we know our customers have their futures to think about.

Otter Tail Power Company is ON—in more ways than one.

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The savings pile up when you power downUsing a big screen TV, video games, DVRs, and TVs in multiple rooms can add up to 10% of your electric bill. That’s as much as running 2 refrigerators, 13 lamps, or 12 laptop computers for a year. Get in the habit of powering down when you leave the room to conserve energy and save money.


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Compute your savings when you power downUsing a big screen TV, video games, DVRs, and TVs in multiple roomscan add up to 10% of your electric bill. That’s as much as running 12 laptop computers for a year. Get in the habit of powering down when you leave the room to conserve energy and save money.


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Get in the groove of savingUsing a big screen TV, video games, DVRs, and TVs in multiple rooms can add up to 10% of your electric bill. That’s as much as running 13 lamps for a year. Get in the groove of powering down when you leave the room to conserve energy and save money.


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The savings pile up when you power downUsing a big screen TV, video games, DVRs, and TVs in multiple rooms can add up to 10% of your electric bill. That’s as much as running 2 refrigerators, 13 lamps, or 12 laptop computers for a year. Get in the habit of powering down when you leave the room to conserve energy and save money.


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With a programmable thermostat you simply enter the times you’re away from home or asleep and the thermostat automatically adjusts the temperature so you save energy and money!

For information about how you can save, visit ConservingElectricity.com.

Program savings into your day

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Conserve energy by following these simple tips:


Keep your refrigerator from stealing your cold cash

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Retreat to the cool comfort of your homeFollow these tips to keep hot summer air where it belongs and minimize your cooling costs:

or weather stripping.

block the sun’s heat.

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Winter winds eat up cold cashBefore the mercury dips, follow these tips to minimize your heating costs:


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Otter Tail Power Company CIP – Conserve A Lifestyle Radio - “Little Miss Saving” : 30 Hi. I’m Chelsey, and I always say – when you conserve electricity you save more than energy. Besides saving resources, it’s one of the easiest ways to save money. In my house I shut off the lights, turn down the heat, and generally keep everyone else in line. Like reminding Dad he’s been in the shower long enough, or making sure Mom washes a full load of clothes every time. After all, I have my future to think about. Narrator: For more energy and money-saving ideas visit conservingelectricy.com brought to you by Otter Tail Power Company. Tag: Helping you conserve energy. Another advantage from Otter Tail Power Company.

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Otter Tail Power Company Radio – ConservingElectricity.com :30 Imagine curling up with a good book—and a hot cup of coffee, a blanket, two sweaters, and an extra pair of socks. Is this how you conserve energy? If so, Otter Tail Power Company encourages you to visit www.ConservingElectricity.com for comfortable, no-cost and low-cost ways to save. Otter Tail Power Company…On for conservation.

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Otter Tail Power Company Radio - Efficient energy plan :30 Building, remodeling, or adding on to your home this year? During the planning and design phase, you’ll make decisions that will affect your energy costs for years to come. Make sure your energy plan is sound before you break ground. Learn about the most energy-efficient options for heating and cooling, lighting, water heating, and more. One call to Otter Tail Power Company’s Idea Center will help ensure an efficient energy plan for your home. Otter Tail Power Company…On for you.

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Otter Tail Power Company Radio - Energy Star :60 Hi. I’m Chelsey, and I love saving energy and money. After all, I have my future to think about. When it’s time for my family to buy a new fridge or a stove or even a new computer, one of the most important things I do is to make sure we look for the Energy Star label. That label means it’s super efficient and meets strict government guidelines for using less energy. Learn more about Energy Star at conservingelectricity.com or call Otter Tail Power Company’s Idea Center at 800-493-3299. You know, I have a good idea right now – look for the Energy Star label on the things that use electricity in your home and be an energy star like me. You’ll save every year. Remember, you have your future to think about too. Narrator: For more energy and money-saving ideas visit conservingelectricy.com brought to you by Otter Tail Power Company. Tag: Helping you conserve energy. Another advantage from Otter Tail Power Company.

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OTTER TAIL POWER COMPANY Wise holiday energy use 30-second radio Hol 1 use energy wisely You’ll use a lot of your energy getting ready for the holidays. Otter Tail Power Company

reminds you that you’ll use a lot of our energy too and encourages you to use it the same

way you use yours—wisely. Best wishes for the warmest, brightest holiday season ever

from your friends at Otter Tail Power Company.

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Otter Tail Power Company CIP - LTG :30 Radio – “One small habit” SFX: Music under… ANNC: Today, as our need for electricity grows, one small habit can save more than money: Unplug it. Turn it down. Turn it off. Electronic devices and chargers draw small amounts of power even when they’re off so unplug them when not in use. Turn down the heat when you’re not home – and always turn off lights when leaving a room. Because one small habit can make a real difference in saving money and energy. Otter Tail Power Company, on for conservation.

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Otter Tail Power Company On for conservation Radio :30 Today’s big screen TV’s use more electricity. Add video games, a DVR, and other electronics - another TV in the bedroom, and in the kid’s room – it can all add up to 10% of your electric bill. That’s as much as running two refrigerators… 12 laptop computers… or 13 of your favorite lamps non-stop for a year. Luckily, there’s an easy way to save energy and money. Power down when you leave the room. Otter Tail Power Company – On for conservation.

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Otter Tail Power Company Radio - “Programmable thermostat” :60 Hi. I’m Chelsey. Last winter, every time we left the house, Mom would say, “Did someone turn down the heat?” Well not any more. Now we use a programmable thermostat. We just enter the times we’re away at school and work or when we’re asleep and it adjusts the temperature to save money, all by itself! In fact, I have a neighbor who lives in a great big house who uses five of these things. Find out about his house at conservingelectricty.com. With colder weather and higher energy costs, a programmable thermostat makes even more sense. After all, we all have our future to think about. Tag: For information on programmable thermostats or other energy and money-saving ideas visit conservingelectricy.com or call Otter Tail Power Company’s Idea Center at 800- 493- 3299. Helping you conserve energy. Another advantage from Otter Tail Power Company.

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Otter�Tail�Power�Company�Ad�name:��Savings�by�design�:30�Radio�� Narrator:��If�you’re�building�or�remodeling,�make�smart�energy�use�part�of�the�plan.�Choosing�an�efficient�electric�heating�and�cooling�system�is�a�great�way�to�start.�And�heat�pumps�offer�savings�of�30��70�percent.�Many�available�options�provide�efficiency,�manageably�priced�electricity,�and�year�round�comfort.��For�information�about�energy�efficient�options,�as�well�as�financing,�rebates,�and�tax�incentives,�call�Otter�Tail�Power�Company’s�Idea�Center.��Announcer:��Otter�Tail�Power�Company�–�On�for�you.��

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OTPC-1205_Time for savings_RADIO :30 seconds Chelsey: “Hi, I’m Chelsey. And I want to help you conserve electricity during the holidays. Just go to conserving electricity dot com for all kinds of energy-saving ideas from Otter Tail Power Company. Like using timers, motion sensors and other efficient lighting options. At our house, I make sure every holiday light turns on and off right on time. It’s an easy way to save energy and money. After all, I have my future to think about.” ANNC: “Happy Holidays from Otter Tail Power Company.”

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Otter Tail Power Company CIP - LTG :30 TV – “One small habit” Camera shot opens with a shot of two kids playing Wii – pulls back to reveal Mom working on laptop computer – then continues to pull back revealing Dad preparing dinner in kitchen. Shot moves to outside shot of home with lights – pulls back quickly to show street of homes with lights on – pulls back to show community with all kinds of lights on….. (subtle sound effects growing under shots with more and more activity) ANNC: Today, as our need for electricity grows, one small habit can save more than money. Series of our family shots in home. Mom closing computer and unplugging power source. Dad saving energy in some way. Kids powering down all components of TV, games. Shutting off lights leaving room. ANNC: Unplug it. Turn it down. Turn it off. Shot again moves outside – house lights turning off – pulls back to street shot with lights turning off – then to community shot with lights going off. (Won’t look like a blackout!) (sound effects…sound fades leaving quiet, natural sounds) ANNC: Because in the big picture - one small habit can make a real difference in saving energy. Otter Tail Power Company logo. ANNC: Otter Tail Power Company. On for conservation.

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Otter Tail Power Company On for conservation TV :30 Scene: white background with plasma TV. In the TV screen, we see the following items piling up: video games, DVR, DVD player, cable box, speakers, additional TVs. ANNC: Today’s big screen TV’s use more electricity. Add video games, a DVR, and other electronics - another TV in the bedroom, and in the kid’s room – it can all add up to 10% of your electric bill. The screen splits in two. On the left is the TV. On the right, the other items pop into frame: We see the items in the TV with creative tight shots, and on the right side of the split-screen as a whole. That’s as much as running two refrigerators… 12 laptop computers… or 13 of your favorite lamps non-stop for a year. ANNC: Luckily, there’s an easy way to save energy and money. Scene: The split screen goes away and just the plasma TV is left with the accessories in the screen. A hand with a remote in the foreground pushes the off button. The accessories pop off in the reverse order they came on in the first scene. The TV powers off. Logo. ANNC: Power down when you leave the room. Otter Tail Power Company – On for conservation.

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Otter Tail Power Company Energy Efficient Construction “Savings by design” :30 TV – Same script for :30 radio SFX: Upbeat music Video…beautiful living room ANNC: You choose the carpet, the furniture, the accessories.

We’ll help with year-round comfort from an electric heat pump. Video…designer bathroom ANNC: You’re designing the perfect bathroom.

We’ll help you heat the water for less. Video…beautiful kitchen ANNC: The dream kitchen you’re planning …

would be even better with Energy Star appliances. Video…man on computer (otpco.com) ANNC: If you’re planning to build or remodel, learn about savings by design at otpco.com. You can get information about energy-efficient electric technologies and building options. Otter Tail Power Company. On for you.

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Otter Tail Power Company Energy Efficient Construction “Savings by design” :30 TV – Same script for :30 radio SFX: Upbeat music Video…beautiful living room ANNC: You choose the carpet, the furniture, the accessories.

We’ll help with year-round comfort from an electric heat pump. Video…designer bathroom ANNC: You’re designing the perfect bathroom.

We’ll help you heat the water for less. Video…beautiful kitchen ANNC: The dream kitchen you’re planning …

would be even better with Energy Star appliances. Video…man on computer (otpco.com) ANNC: If you’re planning to build or remodel, learn about savings by design at otpco.com. You can get information about energy-efficient electric technologies and building options. Otter Tail Power Company. On for you.

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��Otter�Tail�Power�Company�Ad�name:�Savings�by�design� � � �:30�TV�2009��Couple�in�their�home�looking�at�several�different�house�plans�all�on�a�computer�screen�at�the�same�time�in�blueprint�form.��Camera�starts�tight�on�the�screen�and�pulls�out�to�the�couple�checking�out�the�different�plan�options.�Gigi:��If�you’re�building�or�remodeling,�plan�ahead�for�a�comfortable�and�energy�efficient�future.��At�“comfortable�and�energy�efficient�future,”�the�couple�clicks�on�the�house�plan�they�like�best�and�the�image�zooms�in�on�3D�animation.��At�“100�%�efficient�electric�heating�and�cooling�system”�in�the�line�below,�the�3D�animation�zooms�in�so�it�feels�like�you’re�going�into�the�house.�Choosing�an�efficient�electric�heating�and�cooling�system�is�a�great�way�to�start.��Show�the�next�stage�of�the�planning�process.�The�couple�has�selected�their�house�plan,�now�they’re�meeting�with�their�contractor�looking�at�electric�technologies.��And�placing�it�on�off�peak�service�will�provide�year�round�comfort�with�manageably�priced�electricity.��Contractor�is�loading�an�air�source�heat�pump�onto�a�truck�or�hauling�it�to�the�house�Or�add�a�heat�pump,�for�example,�and�you�can�save�30�to�70�percent�on�heating�costs.��Go�back�to�the�3D�animation�concept�where�the�couple�is�looking�at�the�anticipated�finished�home�taking�shape�in�front�of�their�eyes.�Plan�now�for�long�term�savings.��We’ll�help�you�get�started.��End�shot�with�the�couple�looking�at�the�virtual�completed�home.��Logo.�Otter�Tail�Power�Company�–�On�for�you.�

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Back-to-school safetyPreparing young children for school is an exciting time. As the children in your life scurry off to school this fall, take a few minutes to walk them through these bus-safety tips:

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stop and the driver signals you to enter.

so the driver can see where you are.

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Can you dig it?Call 800-252-1166 at least 48 hours before you start to dig. Utilities will mark the power lines, pipes, or cables buried on your property. With just one call, you can stay safe and prevent needless outages. It’s easy. And it’s the law.

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Otter Tail Power Company reminds you to work safely around electricity, one of your most important farm tools.

Make sure all electrical equipment is properly grounded.

Be aware of overhead power lines when moving tall equipment.

Take precautions to not ignite utility poles when burning road ditches.

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Otter Tail Power Company reminds you to work safely around electricity, one of your most important farm tools.

Make sure all electrical equipment is properly grounded. Inspect electrical tools and cords for damage and repair or replace hazardous parts. Take precautions to not ignite utility poles when burning road ditches. Be aware of overhead power lines when moving tall equipment. Be careful when operating machinery near utility poles, guy wires, and

pad-mounted transformers.

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Don’t let electrical accidents crop up this harvest seasonFollow these safety tips:• Know the location of overhead power lines.• Map out paths to avoid power lines when moving grain augers and other machinery.• Call before you dig. In Minnesota call 800-252-1166.

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Don’t let electrical accidents crop up this harvest seasonFollow these safety tips:• Know the location of overhead power lines.• Map out paths to avoid power lines when moving grain augers and other machinery.• Call before you dig. In North Dakota call 800-795-0555.

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Don’t let electrical accidents crop up this harvest seasonFollow these safety tips:• Know the location of overhead power lines.• Map out paths to avoid power lines when moving grain augers and other machinery.• Call before you dig. In South Dakota call 800-781-7474.

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Plan ahead for a safe harvest seasonHarvest is often a hectic time for farmers. More workers, large equipment, and tight schedules increase the potential for accidents and injuries. Otter Tail Power Company offers these tips for a safe harvest season.

you get in the fi eld.

or when folding tillage equipment for transport.

power lines.

Look up, down, and around before you start working.

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It’s easy to get overloaded during the holidays. Lighten the load for a happy and safe holiday.

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It’s easy to get overloaded during the holidays. Keep your holidays bright and safe by using extra care around electricity.• Don’t overload circuits or run cords under rugs or furniture.• Always turn off electric decorations before you go to sleep.• Toss out decorations with worn or frayed cords. For additional safety tips, visit www.otpco.com.

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Play sports the way you use electricity—safely.

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Enjoy the outdoors the way you use electricity—safely.

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Celebrate the fourth of July the way you use electricity—safely.

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Help kids enjoy holiday baking the way they use electricity—safely.

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Play with kites, balloons, and other flying toys in open areas far away from power lines.

Stay away from utility poles and other electrical equipment.

Climb trees and build tree houses away from power lines.

Call 911 or Otter Tail Power Company at 800-257-4044 if you notice a fallen or low- hanging power line.

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Enjoy the season the way you use electricity—safely.

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Enjoy the season the way you use electricity—safely.

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Help children enjoy the season the way you’ve taught them to use electricity—safely.

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You have the powerYou know that smoking is unhealthy for many reasons. But learning to say NO is the one way to avoid getting started. Use your power to say no.

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Warm up a chilly room safelySpace heaters can warm up a chilly room in no time. For added safety, follow these tips:• Keep children, pets, and flammable materials at least three feet away.• Never leave a space heater unattended.• Use only those models that have heating- element guards and an automatic shut-off feature.

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Smell hotdogs grilling in the parking lot. Hear the hollow echo of a bat hitting a ball. Baseball season is here. And that means storm season is here as well. Don’t let a thunderstorm throw you a curve ball.

Stay safe by following these tips:

to report emergencies.

notice a downed power line.

Stay safe this summer

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Weathering the stormLightning, like electricity, is a powerful energy source. To help stay safe during thunderstorms, follow these tips: Call us at 800-257-4044 to report an outage or a downed power line. Take shelter in a sturdy building. Use a cellular phone instead of a corded phone. Wait to use the shower or bathtub. Unplug appliances.

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Otter�Tail�Power�Company�Back�to�school�safety�message�30�second�radio�ad�

Preparing young children for school is an exciting time. As the children in your life scurry off to school this fall, take a few minutes to walk them through these bus safety tips:

� Wait for the bus in a safe place, away from traffic and the street. � Stay away from the bus until it comes to a complete stop and the driver signals you to

enter. � Use the handrail when you get on and off the bus. � Take ten giant steps away from the bus when you exit so the driver can see where you

are. � Always keep a safe distance between you and the bus.

Otter Tail Power Company—ON for safety.

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OTPC_Beet Harvest Safety _ RADIO :30 Seconds Otter Tail Power Company reminds you to be careful this harvest season. Sugar beet trucks are on the roads, entering and exiting the fields and piler stations. If you’re following a beet truck, be patient and keep a safe distance. Sugar beet haulers - watch your surroundings and stay at least ten feet away from power lines. Always look overhead and check for power lines before lifting and lowering your truck box. Don’t overload your truck, and follow the rules of the road, including stopping at stop signs. Let’s make this a safe harvest for everyone. This safety message brought to you by Otter tail Power Company.

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Otter Tail Power Company :30 radio – “Pay attention now or pay later” ANNC: Every year uncontrolled ditch and field burns damage or destroy electric utility poles. Your friends at Otter Tail Power Company remind you to pay attention to controlled burns now—or pay later. ANNC: An out-of-control fire can cost you an average of thirty-five hundred dollars for every damaged utility pole. But you don’t have to get burned. Trench around poles and structures, continuously monitor fires, and have enough people on hand to keep fires under control. ANNC: Otter Tail Power Company—On for safety.

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This�file�contains�three�scripts:�1. Outdoor�electrical�safety�2. Indoor�electrical�safety�3. Kids’�electrical�safety�

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May�is�Electrical�Safety�Month.�It’s�the�perfect�time�to�look�around�your�home�and�teach�your�family�some�of�the�basic�rules�of�electrical�safety.�Otter�Tail�Power�Company�encourages�you�to�plug�into�safety�by�following�these�simple�tips:�

� Keep�all�electrical�appliances�away�from�water.�

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Each�year�hundreds�of�people�die�from�electrical�accidents.�During�Electrical�Safety�Month,�Otter�Tail�Power�Company�hopes�to�reduce�this�number�by�encouraging�everyone�to�be�safe�around�electricity.�Help�your�kids�play�safely�this�summer�by�sharing�these�tips:�

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Otter Tail Power Company Harvest Safety- Revised :30 Radio OTPC - 0708 Harvest is often a hectic time for farmers. More workers, large equipment, and tight schedules increase the potential for accidents and injuries. Otter Tail Power Company offers these tips for a safe harvest season. Take note of overhead power lines with your workers before you get in the field. Pay special attention when hoisting augers and truck boxes or when folding tillage equipment for transport. Always have a spotter when moving large equipment near power lines. Tag: Plan ahead for a safe harvest season. Otter Tail Power Company. On for you.

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OTPC-1204_Holiday Safety_RADIO :30 Seconds ANNC: It’s easy to get overloaded during the holidays, especially when it comes to electricity. Otter Tail Power Company wants you to keep the holidays bright by thinking safety first. Toss out decorations with old or frayed cords. Don’t overload circuits or run cords under rugs or furniture. And keep in mind that even small holiday bulbs carry enough current to be dangerous. Lighten the load and stay safe. ANNC2: Safety first. A holiday reminder from Otter Tail Power Company.

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CUSTOMER INFORMATION ADVERTISING

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Analyze yourenergy use online

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Wouldn’t it be great to be able to figure out which new appliances would lower your energy costs? Or to pinpoint why your electric bill has changed? You can.

Bill analyzer provides answers Bill analyzer, a new online tool, lets you investigate all aspects of energy use—and find ways to save. It includes:

Bill center — Amount due, due date, last payment, and graphs give a quick snapshot of your account. Bill highlights — Shows you factors that appear to have changed your bill. Bill history and analysis — With 25 months of history, you can compare statements from any two billing cycles. Home energy center — Complete a home energy audit. Then create a plan to save energy.

To access bill analyzer just go to www.otpco.com and click on Register now!*

Already registered? Sign in and get started today.

*You’ll need your current service statement.

Discover what’s behind the numbers

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Home energy center — Complete a home renergy audit. Then create a plan to save energy.

Wouldn’t it be great to be able to figure out which new appliances would lower your energy costs?


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Energy Star-qualifi ed32-inch LCD HD television

$200 Otter Tail Power Company Energy Gift Certifi cate

To be eligible to win, complete the Home profi lein the Bill Analyzer tool on our web sitewww.otpco.com by December 18. (You must complete all three sections.)

View a report summarizing your energy use and suggesting steps that will save energy.

Complete your Home profi le now for a great chanceto win! Just go to www.otpco.com and log in or Register now!*

1st prize:

2nd prize:

*You’ll need your current service statement.

View a report summarizing your energy use and suggesting steps that will save energy.


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MN 10/09

1. Log in or register to use our web site with your residential account.

2. Follow the Analyze your bill link from the Welcome page.

3. Click on the My home link.

4. Complete these three sections to receive a report fi lled withenergy-saving ideas, and you’re registeredto win!

Steps to complete the Home profi le on www.otpco.com

Complete these threesections to receive a report fi lled withenergy-saving ideas,and you’re registeredto win!to win!


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Building, remodeling, or adding on to your home this year? During the planning and design phase, you’ll make decisions that will affect your energy costs for years to come. Our New Construction Resource packet can help you make wise energy choices.

Call our Idea Center at 800-493-3299 today to receive your free packet.

Make sure your energy plan is sound before you break ground


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Building or remodeling? Make sure you have a solid energy game plan. Call our Idea Center at 800-493-3299 and request your free New construction resource packet.

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Helping you see the lightIf you plan to move to the area or spend the season at a cabin in our service territory, Otter Tail Power Company’s one number for service makes it easy to turn on your electricity when you need it and turn it off when you don’t. And you can use it to get answers to all of your electric service questions in between.

If a storm causes a power outage, call 800-257-4044 and count on us to restore your power quickly.


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One number for serviceOur one number for service makes it easy to turn your electricity on when you need it and off when you don’t. And you get answers to all of your electric service questions in between. Call 800-257-4044.


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One web site. Many services.If you have a computer and Internet access, you have everything you need to take advantage of our convenient online services. One visit and you can:

ePay.

in TailWinds.

electric service.

Just turn on your computer, go to www.otpco.com, and start clicking.


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It’s amazing what you can do online! Pay your monthly electric statement, purchase wind power, start or transfer your electric service, conduct a home energy audit, receive load-control and other email alerts, and more!

Just turn on your computer, go to www.otpco.com, and start clicking.


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FINANCIAL ADVERTISING

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DollarSmart financing may not be used to finance general household appliances.

Affordable 8.5% interest rate for qualifying customers.

Minnesota customers may qualify for a 2.9% interest rate as part of the Minnesota Conservation Improvement Program.

Flexible terms varying from 12 to 60 months.

Convenient payments added to your monthly electric service statement.

For more information call Customer Service at 800-257-4044


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Visit us at www.otpco.com to enroll in ePay today.

To learn more about EMPcall 800-257-4044.

ePay is safe and secure.And best of all, it’s FREE!

Pay your monthly electric bill from your bank account with a few mouse clicks or a phone call.

Access past or current billing information anytime.

Schedule payments one month at a time or sign up for automatic payments.

Manage multiple accounts (home, business, cabin) from your desktop.

Avoid misplaced bills, late payments, and writing and mailing checks.

Combine ePay with our Even Monthly Payment (EMP) plan to help manage your monthly budget.


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Equal billing with EMP Even Monthly Payment (EMP) averages

your electric service statements over 12 months.

Your payments are the same each month!

EMP doesn’t affect the amount of electricity you use or the rate you pay.

Your account is reviewed three times a year and adjusted for signifi cant changes.

EMP is free. If it doesn’t work for you, you can

return to conventional billing at any time.

To sign up now or for more information call

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DEMAND-SIDE MANAGEMENT ADVERTISING

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New rebates on electricwater heating

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2/09

$200 rebates Install an 80-gallon or larger water heater with a minimum of 90 percent efficiency on off-peak service to qualilfy.

Choose from several rate options Select our off-peak water-heating rate, which is one-third to one-half the standard price of electricity.

Install your water heater on the same electrical service as your off-peak heating system and get the same low rate.

Simplify wiring requirements by connecting our radio receiver to your water heater and receive a credit on your electric service statement each month.

Rebates also are available for commercial systems.

To receive rebates, receipts that include the manufacturer and model number or efficiency rating are required.

For more information, call our Idea Center at 800-493-3299.


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Residential Demand Controlled (RDC) is a special control service rate that enables customers to pay up to 30 percent less for electricity.

And now, through the Minnesota Conservation Improvement Program, we are able to offer qualifying customers:

A free residential demand control unit.

A $300 rebate on wiring costs.

12 months of free warranty service on the RDC unit.

To qualify, you must be new to the RDC rate and either be adding a minimum of10 kilowatts of electric heat or currently heating with electricity and have used at least 15,000 kilowatt-hours in the past year. Other requirements also apply.

TAKE CHARGEof your energyuse with RDC

How does RDC work?1. Install an RDC system and choose a

demand level. We recommend 3 kilowatts or higher.

2. Decide which appliances and electric systems (clothes dryer, electric heat, water heater, etc.) will be shut off temporarily during control periods.

3. When energy control is needed, we send a radio signal to your RDC device that shuts off your preselected items to reach your desired demand level.

4. If additional load must be dropped to reach your preset demand level, a signal alerts you to turn off other household items.

5. When energy control no longer is needed we send another radio signal, and the RDC device restores service to your appliances and systems.


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Residential Demand Control puts you in control of your electricity use.

To learn more, callour Idea Center at 800-493-3299


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Comfort when you need itThermal-storage systems release stored heat to keep your home warm and comfortable on the coldest winter days. And they qualify for off-peak rates that will keep your heating costs manageable.

Choose from several options:

Cozy underfloor systems

Efficient central-storage furnaces

Convenient room units

Paired with an air-source heat pump, thermal storage creates one of the most energy-efficient heating systems available. And you benefit from summertime cooling, too!

Generous rebates are available on qualified thermal-storage systems.

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For details, call our Idea Center at 800-493-3299.

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Choose a rock-solid partner and saveDual fuel

Current heating system

Best electric option* Description Advantage

Forced-air with ductwork

Plenum heater Installed where the existing furnace and the ductwork system meet; air warms as it flows over heating elements inside the plenum.

Low-cost whole-house solution.

Provides zoned heating; units are safely removed from drapes, furniture, and children.

Radiant heat provides instant, sunshine-like comfort.

If you have areas that aren’t heated well, supplemental electric heat installed as part of a dual-fuel system can help keep every room comfortable.

Units are installed near the floor.

Radiant heaters are installed near the ceiling.

Radiant panels embedded with heating cables are installed in the ceiling.

Electric baseboard

Ceiling panels

Cove heat

Low up-front cost; provides zoned heating.

Fossil fuel boiler

Electric boiler Easily connects into existing piping system.

Compact; heats water distributed to radiators, hydronic baseboards, or underfloor hydronic heating system.

Plenum heater and air-source heat pump combination

The heat pump provides most of your high-efficiency heating while the plenum heater helps ensure your comfort during the coldest winter weather.

It’s easy to find the right electric heating option for your space.

Save money and energy. Gain summertime cooling.

* Electric heating applications may require electric service and wiring upgrades.

For even greater savings, water-heating equipment also may be added to the dual-fuel rate when metered and controlled as part of a dual-fuel heating system.


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Let us help you plan the right dual-fuel system for your home or business.

Call our Idea Centerat 800-493-3299.

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Thermal storageImagine being enveloped in cozy warmth, even in the coldest conditions, andsaving on your heating costs at the same time. That’s the warmth thermal-storage systems provide.

By storing heat during off-peak hours, you qualify for discounted off-peak rates that can save you hundreds of dollars a year.

Choose from several electric options:

Underfloor heat storage

Central heat-storage furnace

Individually controlled room units

Building or remodeling next year? Now is the time to consider thermal-storage systems.

11/09

Generous rebates are available on qualified thermal-storage systems.

For details, call our Idea Center at 800-493-3299.

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Save money and enjoy the benefits of electricity when you install qualifying electric systems that take advantage of our many discounted controlled-service rate options.

Dual fuelQualify for a discounted rate that is less than half the standard price per kilowatt-hour when you use electricity as your primary heating source and a fossil fuel system as backup.

Residential demand controlReduce your electricity costs by 30 percent or more when you manage your household energy use with the help of RDC.

Deferred loadCut your energy costs by 30 percent or more when you recharge your heat-storage system and use your heat pump system during off-peak periods. Get manageable heating costs and cozy warmth.

Fixed time of deliveryCut your energy costs by more than half when you recharge your heat-storage system overnight. That’s big savings! Systems must be appropriately sized.

Controlled water heatingGet all the hot water you need and save money when you allow us to control your water heater during peak energy-use periods.

Gain more control over your energy dollarwith controlled-service rates


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for reliability

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Choose a rock-solidpartner and save

Dual fuel

A common option is to install an electric plenum heater with your existing forced-air heating system. In a typical home this dual-fuel system will cost about $2,500. And with current heating oil, propane, and natural gas prices the system will pay for itself in the coming years.

Many electric heating options are available—and one will work for your home or business.

Let us help you find the right one.

Call our Idea Center at 800-493-3299.

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DFS.503.09

Add electric heat to your fossil fuel system and get the bestof both worlds. When you combine a natural gas, propane,or fuel oil furnace with efficient electric heat, you will savehundreds of dollars each year.

Two heats are better than one

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TS.1003.07

By installing a central thermal-storagesystem you can heat your home withOtter Tail Power Company’s low off-peak electric rate. Thermal storage is efficient and quiet. And while your home stays warm and cozy, you save money on your heating bills. For information or to have oneinstalled, call today.

Warm up withthe coolest rate.


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Are your floors as cold as an ice arena?Electric underfloor heat will keep your floors (and your feet) as cozy as the rest of your home. DollarSmart financing can make it easy on your budget. Call our Idea Center at 800-493-3299.

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Electric water heaters are safe and easy to install almostanywhere in your home. You’ll never worry about exhaust fumes or combustion. And efficient electric water heating with Otter Tail Power Company’s off-peak rates will save you money. For information, call us today.

Efficient water heating feels good

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Electric water heaters provide you with dependable hot water for warm showers, and all of your other hot water needs. And they save you money when you take advantage of Otter Tail Power Company’s off-peak rates. Call today and start saving.

Shower yourself

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Dual fuel

DFS.507RS.09

What makes a perfect couple? Some would say it’s being in sync with one

another and working toward a common goal. That’s what a dual-fuel heating

system does. By adding electric heat and using another heating option like a fuel

oil or natural gas system as your back up, you’ll save hundreds of dollars a year

with off peak electricity from Otter Tail Power Company. Call _________________

in _________________ to discuss all the options. And now that fossil fuel prices

have spiked, you’ll save even more with an electric dual-fuel system.

Call _________________ in _________________ today.


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Dual fuel

DFS.508RS.09

Diversification is the key to any good investment strategy. And that goes for the

investment you have in your home heating system as well. Adding a flameless

electric heating option in your home can save you money with Otter Tail Power

Company’s low dual-fuel rate. Plus, diversifying your heating system will help your

existing furnace, which becomes your backup, to last longer. Visit _________________

in _________________ to learn more about investing in an electric heating system

for your home. Or give them a call at _________________.


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Dual fuel

DFS.509RS.09

You’ve heard that two heads are better than one. It’s the same with a

dual-fuel heating system. Invest in a clean, efficient electric heating solution

from _________________ in _________________ and make your home’s current

furnace a back up unit. There is an electric heating option to work with any

existing system. And you’ll save money with Otter Tail Power Company’s low

dual-fuel rate for many years. Visit the folks at _________________ to discuss

the best dual-fuel option for your home.


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Dual fuel

DFS.510RS.09

Fossil fuel prices are up. _____ in _____ can show you how to add efficient, clean,

electric heat, and use your existing furnace as a back up. You’ll save money with

the low duel-fuel rate from Otter Tail Power Company, and financing is available.

Call _____ in _____ to find out about electric dual-fuel heating options such as _____

and _____. Call today at _____ to discuss the best duel-fuel option for your home.


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Dual fuel

DFS.511RS.09

Add electric heat to your fossil fuel system and free yourself from high oil,

propane, or natural gas prices. Use clean electricity as the primary heat source

and save money with Otter Tail Power Company’s low dual-fuel rate. Use your

existing furnace as back up. Financing is available. Call _________________

in _________________ today for more information on the best dual-fuel options

for your home.


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Thermal storage

TS.1007RS.09

When is using thermal storage a good idea for heating your home? Anytime! If you’re

building a new home, install underfloor heat storage before the concrete is poured. If

you’re replacing your furnace, install an efficient central thermal-storage system. Just

adding on? A thermal-storage room unit is a perfect fit. And all thermal-storage options

qualify for Otter Tail Power Company’s low off-peak rates. Call _________________ in

_________________ today and find out which thermal storage option works best for

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Water heating

WH.1106RS.09

Want efficient water heating that feels good? Go electric. Electric water heaters

are safe and easy to install almost anywhere in your home. You’ll never worry

about exhaust fumes or combustion. And by using efficient electric water heating

on Otter Tail Power Company’s off-peak rates you’ll save money. Now that’s water

heating that feels good. Call _________________ in _________________ for more

information on all the benefits of electric water heating.


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Water heating

WH.1107RS.09

Did you know about 13 percent of your home’s energy dollar is used to heat water?

That’s why it’s so important to have an efficient water heater. Electric water heaters

are more than 90 percent efficient. And a flameless electric water heater is clean,

safe, and easy to maintain. Call _________________ in _________________ and ask

about how you can lower your water-heating costs with electricity. You’ll save even

more when you take advantage of one of Otter Tail Power Company’s low off-peak

rates. Call _________________ today.


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Water heating

WH.1108RS.09

Ever run out of hot water in the middle of a shower? Want to make sure you never

do? Replace your water heater with a high efficiency, dependable electric unit from

_____ in _____. An electric water heater can be installed just about anywhere in

your home without worrying about fuel lines or combustion by-products. And with

Otter Tail Power Company’s low off-peak rates, a family of four can enjoy all the

benefits of electric water heating for about $25 a month. For details, call _____ in

_________________. Quick, before the hot water runs out!


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Water heating

WH.1109RS.09

The best time to realize that you need a new water heater isn’t while you’re

in the shower. It’s now. And _________________ in _________________ can help

you realize what a good deal an electric water heater can be. Clean, efficient,

dependable, electric water heaters not only save you from cold showers and

baths, but also save you money with Otter Tail Power Company’s off-peak

rates. And they can be installed easily almost anywhere in your house.

Call _________________ in _________________ at _________________ to find

out more about clean, efficient electric water heating.


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Water heating

WH.1110RS.09

Maybe it’s time to dump your old flame. There’s no need to put up with an

unreliable, inefficient water heater any longer. Call _____ in _____ to find out about

a high efficiency electric water heater. Electric water heaters are up to 94%

efficient, safe, and can be installed almost anywhere in your home. You save

money by taking advantage of Otter Tail Power Company’s low off-peak rates. There

are also rebates available on qualified models. Call _____ today and dump that old

flame.


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Schedule H-3

Otter Tail Power Company Schedule H-4INTERCOMPANY TRANSACTIONS - CORPORATE COSTS Page 1 of 2For the Test Year Ended December 31, 2009

(A) (B) (C) (D) (E)

Line No.

FERC Acct. # Description

Amounts Charged to OTP from Corporate

(OTC)Allocation

FactorAllocation

PercentageSouth Dakota

Amount

1 912 Demonstrating and Selling Expenses2 Various Support Groups from OTC 6,250 C1 8.454538% $52834 920 Administrative and General Salaries5 Various Support Groups from OTC 2,308,025 $220,8346 Production @ 35.85% 849,584 OXPD 9.957460% 84,597 7 Transmission @ 14.84% 325,201 D2 9.815717% 31,921 8 Distribution @ 25.98% 577,929 OXD 9.751435% 56,356 9 Customer Accounts @ 17.85% 413,136 OXC 8.699288% 35,940

10 Customer Service & Info @ 5.48% 142,174 C1 8.454538% 12,020 1112 921 Office Supplies and Expenses13 Various Support Groups from OTC 1,451,813 $140,47114 Production @ 35.85% 534,993 OXPD 9.957460% 53,272 15 Transmission @ 14.84% 215,449 D2 9.815717% 21,148 16 Distribution @ 25.98% 377,181 OXD 9.751435% 36,781 17 Customer Accounts @ 17.85% 259,149 OXC 8.699288% 22,544 18 Customer Service & Info @ 5.48% 79,559 C1 8.454538% 6,726 1920 923 Outside Services Employed21 Audit, Legal, Consultants, Etc. 1,108,924 NEPIS 9.810446% $108,7902223 924 Property Insurance24 OTC Insurance Expense 74,181 NEPIS 9.810446% $7,2772526 925 Injuries and Damages27 OTC Insurance Expense 54,539 NEPIS 9.810446% $5,3502829 930.1 General Advertising Expenses $2,656 C1 8.454538% $2253031 930.2 Miscellaneous General Expenses 424,535 P90 9.571120% $40,6333233 931 Rents (11,566) P90 9.571120% ($1,107)3435 935 Maintenance of General Plant 126,593 P90 9.571120% $12,1163637 TOTAL $5,545,949 $535,118

Note:The expenses are a combination of direct charges to OTP and an allocation of costs. All costs are pushed down to OTP at the cost incurred by Otter Tail Corporation without any additional fees. The allocation method used is described in the Corporate Allocation Manual (Exhibit__(PJB-1), Schedule 1) discussed in the Direct Testimony of Mr. Peter Beithon.

Otter Tail Power Company Schedule H-4INTERCOMPANY TRANSACTIONS Page 2 of 2For the Test Year Ended December 31, 2009

(A) (B) (C)

Line No.

FERC Acct. # Description 2009

1 417 Revenues from nonutility operations $1,339,98323 417.1 Expenses of nonutility operations 806,539

4 417 Net $533,444

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